Ramane - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Ramane is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kolthe serves as the Village Panchayat for Ramane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramane is 565898. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ramane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramane
According to the 2011 Census, Ramane village had a total population of 382 people, including 159 males and 223 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,403 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 89.78% and female literacy at 65.87%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 159 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 123 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 36 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Ramane
Ramane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavane | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Virgaon | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kurne | North | 2.15 km |
| Gautamgaon | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Koldhe | South | 2.67 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Zapade | South | 3.41 km |
| Pateregaon | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Punas | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Upale | West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramane
Ramane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Ramane is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramane
Where is Ramane located?
Ramane village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ramane?
The Village Panchayat of Ramane is Kolthe.
What is the pincode of Ramane?
The pincode of Ramane is 416712.
What is the population of Ramane?
Ramane had a total population of 382, including 159 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Ramane?
Ramane had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramane was 75.36%. Male literacy was 89.78% and female literacy was 65.87%.